Beaufort County Inmate Food Services RFP 2022
Beaufort CountyCounty · Washington, NC- Posted
- Mar 30, 2022
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Hollie Jones
The 30-second brief
Beaufort County Sheriff's Office Jail is requesting proposals for the provision of food service to include meals for inmates and staff seven days per week for an approximate population of 50 to 85 inmates, for a term of two (2) years, from July 1st, 2022, through June 30th, 2024. The contract would be for the preparation and delivery of food service to the facility.
Meal preparation and delivery services for inmates and staff.
Demonstrated experience and expertise, ability to comply with ACA standards and NCDHHS rules, past history and references, financial stability, operating plan, services and menu quality offered for price, price per meal.
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Summary
Beaufort County Sheriff's Office Jail is requesting proposals for the provision of food service to include meals for inmates and staff seven days per week for an approximate population of 50 to 85 inmates, for a term of two (2) years, from July 1st, 2022, through June 30th, 2024.
The contract would be for the preparation and delivery of food service to the facility.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Demonstrated experience and expertise
- Ability to comply with ACA standards and NCDHHS rules
- Past history and references
- Financial stability
- Operating plan
- Services and menu quality offered for price
- Price per meal
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Meal preparation and delivery services for inmates and staff.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
13- Transmittal Letter
- Technical Proposal
- Operational Standards
- Insurance details
- Policies and Procedures
- Cost Summary
- Bidder Information
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Proposer's Certification Form
- Certification Regarding Debarment and Suspension
- Exceptions to Proposal and Sample Service Agreement
- Customer References
- Acknowledgement of Amendments
- Submit to
- 132 West 2nd Street Washington, NC 27889
- Scope location
- Beaufort County
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Beaufort County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 132 West 2nd Street Washington, NC 27889. For questions, contact Hollie Jones.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Beaufort County in NC, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Hollie Jones. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Meal preparation and delivery services for inmates and staff.. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Demonstrated experience and expertise, ability to comply with ACA standards and NCDHHS rules, past history and references, financial stability, operating plan, services and menu quality offered for pr..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Beaufort County?
All active and historical solicitations from Beaufort County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Beaufort County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Transmittal Letter, Technical Proposal, Operational Standards, Insurance details, Policies and Procedures, Cost Summary, Bidder Information, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Proposer's Certification Form, Cer. Review the full document from Beaufort County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Beaufort County. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.